When I was drawing and carving this, I was feeling quite homesick for my native South Africa. So I decided that this boat was setting a course south to where it's warm, the Pinotage is the right temperature and the locals are friendly.

Of course, you might have your own ideas.

This hand carved and hand stitched leather journal or sketchbook slipcover comes from my 'Travel' range.

Shown here in size A5, it fits a standard A5 ‘Page per Day’ diary, A5 notebook or sketchbook. A4 and A6 covers may also be available.

All my products are hand-fashioned. That means that these hand-carved and hand-stitched leather slip covers can be personalised, making them ideal for that special, one-of-a-kind gift.

Please do get in touch if you wish to discuss your ideas and preferences.

Visit the Commission Enquiries page for a full customising service.

All Old Barn Leather journal covers come complete with an appropriately sized notebook.